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Mayoral race, bank account hack, seniors & pets, American Hostage, life after Bombers
Plus: New cat just dropped!

Good evening. Here’s a look at what our newsroom has been working on today:

 

'People are tuned out'

Nicole Buffie:

Gillingham in lead with decided voters

More than 50 per cent undecided, poll shows Read More

 

Joyanne Pursaga:

Klein launches mayoral campaign with pledge to make Winnipeg safest city in Canada

Promises to hire more police, establish task force; Gillingham, Vogiatzakis also make safety announcements Read More

 

Joyanne Pursaga:

Klein has burned bridges with PM, Gillingham says

One mayoral candidate accused another of writing a column so critical it could compromise his ability to work with the federal government. Read More

 
 
 

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'They have a problem and they’re not telling anyone'

Scott Billeck:

Steinbach Credit Union member warns others after scammer steals $10K

Single mom says thief pretended to be her, passed credit union’s authentication process Read More

 
 

'We take care of each other'

Janine LeGal:

Bond with beastie besties beneficial for seniors

Animal and aging experts alike say little companions play huge role in promoting better health and well-being as we age Read More

 
 

'No better place to shoot this story'

Randall King:

Captive crew

American Hostage stars recall warmth of Winnipeggers during brutal winter Read More

 

Randall King:

TV review: locally shot American Hostage smooths over tricky tonal shifts

The first episode of the eight-part series American Hostage is as fiercely compelling an opener as one gets in the realm of streaming shows. Read More

 
 

'I’ve got two Grey Cups, I’m good with that'

Taylor Allen:

From hard-hitting sacks to tackling electrical

Former Bombers linebacker Gauthier enjoying career as electrician Read More

 
 
 

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Local

Gabrielle Piché: Elmwood–East Kildonan candidate promises to tackle ‘inefficiency’ in government
Gabrielle Piché: National Black Canadians Summit celebrates culture, combats racism
Eva Wasney: Northern First Nation calls for voluntary ban of moose hunting as numbers dwindle
Maggie Macintosh: New health curriculum puts emphasis on harm reduction
Morgan Modjeski: Mayor honours pair who rescued little girl, father from Red River in August
Scott Billeck: Safety review calls for improved security at Siloam Mission
Janine LeGal: A life’s story: activist, educator, organizer knew the true meaning of community
Dean Pritchard: ‘Repeated pattern’: multiple instances of misconduct, incompetence lead to disbarment for city lawyer
Scott Billeck: United Way, other charities fight for dollars as donor base shrinks
Scott Billeck: Siloam Mission, WFPS discussing on-site paramedic to reduce staggering number of emergency calls
 

Opinion

Free Press: Letters, Sept. 19
Joel Schlesinger: Life, disability coverage confusingly diverse ecosystem for most Canadians
Tory McNally: Back to routine, sharp as a new pencil
Ron Thiessen: Where is the rest of the plan?
Peter McKenna: Can Brazil’s Lula best Bolsonaro’s backers?
David Matas: Canada must not accept another Iranian autocracy
Editorial: Canadian politicians speaking with one voice
Laura Rance-Unger: Prickly relationship with EU farm policies
Jen Zoratti: Not falling back means time loop remains unclosed
Rebecca Chambers: Police response makes a difference in West Broadway
 

Arts & Life

David Sanderson: Vintage ride revs up rainbow-hued appeal of fresh-cut-flower venture
Reviewed by Morley Walker: Near-future U.S. the setting for surreal dual-world storyline
Reviewed by Zilla Jones: Family account spiced with magic realism, geopolitical intrigue and a ghost story
Reviewed by Kathryne Cardwell: Give-and-take relationship of Roman leaders takes centre stage in Harris’s historical fiction
Harriet Zaidman: Grieving child builds backyard rocket ship
Georgia Nicols: Today’s horoscope
Ben Sigurdson: Literary imprint led by Winnipeg author Wong
Maureen Scurfield: Not good bet to shoulder gambling issue alone
Reviewed by Dave Williamson: Varied stories offer insight into human condition
Sharon Chisvin: Soul candles ritual connects women to the past
 

Business

Aaron Epp: Sod turned on new apartment complex for Old Kildonan
Gabrielle Piché: Province applauds apprenticeship numbers
Gabrielle Piché: Winnipeg chamber chair seeks to connect local biz with arts industry, prioritize ‘high-quality public space’
Gabrielle Piché: Gerdau recycling workers on strike
Brett Bundale, The Canadian Press: Dollar breakfasts, used Billy bookcases: Ikea’s latest affordability pitch
Daniel Johnson, The Canadian Press: TSX edges lower on broad losses to finish the week, U.S. stocks post mixed results
Sammy Hudes, The Canadian Press: Corus must ‘take some risks’ after recapitalization approval grants lifeline: expert
Josh Funk And Michelle Chapman, The Associated Press: Warren Buffett gives up chairman title at Berkshire Hathaway in the next step of his succession plan
 

Sports

GEORGE WILLIAMS: Gunnn comes out blazing to claim Gold Cup
Grace Anne Paizen: Around the NSL: Keilty-Dilling’s hot hands; Rise rumble standings; Tides in must-win territory
Taylor Allen: Former Winnipeg Jet doing his part for future of funded deaf athletes
Mike McIntyre: Hellebuyck standoff caused by… Nathan MacKinnon?
Ken Wiebe: Jets’ Niederreiter looks for bounce-back season after return to full health
Kaitlyn McGrath, The Canadian Press: Former figure skater Tessa Virtue, PWHL player Sarah Nurse to launch YouTube shows
Joshua Frey-Sam: Big time roster turnovers reflected in Rifles play
Ryan Desjarlais: Pars a plenty in The Pas
 

Canada

David Baxter, The Canadian Press: Prime Minister Carney rallies Liberal MPs ahead of Parliament’s return
Kyle Duggan, The Canadian Press: Von der Leyen’s pitch for EU security council involves Canada, but it’s not clear how
Lauren Krugel, The Canadian Press: What would a Canada-EU energy alliance look like?
Alessia Passafiume, The Canadian Press: AFN invites premiers, Carney to ceremony ahead of October meeting
Wolfgang Depner, The Canadian Press: Conservatives in chaos as eight join CentreBC and Eby says no decision on early vote
Alessia Passafiume, The Canadian Press: Canadian Medical Association updates code of ethics to address racism, discrimination
Craig Lord, The Canadian Press: Liberals will not compromise right to strike or bargain, jobs minister vows
Morgan Lowrie, The Canadian Press: Supreme Court explains why it invalidated Terrebonne results in 2025 federal election
Liam Casey, The Canadian Press: Third Marineland beluga dies after moves, this time in Spain
 
 

World

Edith M. Lederer, The Associated Press: Preparing to leave office, with world beset by problems, UN chief talks of a way forward
The Associated Press: Russia begins 3 days of voting in a parliamentary election set to cement the Kremlin’s power
Jocelyn Noveck, The Associated Press: Trump targets more news outlets, saying he will ban CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House
Ali Swenson, Sarah Rankin And Sarah Raza, The Associated Press: Early voting begins in US midterm elections that could flip control of Congress
Mike Catalini, The Associated Press: Trump pushes his $5,000 ‘dividend’ pledge if GOP wins midterms. Republican candidates, not as much
Jonathan Fahey, The Associated Press: America’s long history of falling for hucksters and their outlandish promises
Aamer Madhani And Ben Finley, The Associated Press: Trump has a deal to build US military presence in Greenland while leaving island in Denmark’s hands
Nasser Karimi, Cara Anna And Lee Keath, The Associated Press: Hundreds of thousands attend Iran’s biggest government-organized rally since the war began
Wafaa Shurafa And Sam Metz, The Associated Press: Fatal building collapse highlights dangers plaguing Gaza nearly a year after ceasefire
Riaz Khan And Munir Ahmed, The Associated Press: Bombing at mosque near police offices in Pakistan kills at least 21
Samya Kullab, The Associated Press: Zelenskyy hosts leaders from 7 countries for a regional summit
 

One last thing...

Paola Flores, The Associated Press:

Meet Earth’s newest wild cat species, the first named in over a century

A previously unknown cat species has been identified in plain sight: at a wildlife sanctuary in Bolivia, where the small, spotted feline had been living for years after being taken in by a local family. Read More

 
 

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